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Salary

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Job Summary

The Dental Hygienist will be able to perform all dental related care and procedures allowable under WAC regulations and guidelines. The primary job function is to be responsible for managing dental hygiene and treatment of periodontal disease of patients under direction of staff dentists.

Essential Functions: These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Responsible for assessing and obtaining clinical evidence of patient's level of periodontal health, including all relevant and required chart documentation.

2. Responsible for exposure and developing appropriate diagnostic radiographs.

3. Provides appropriate treatment of existing oral diseases as diagnosed by the dentist.

4. Provides treatment of acute and chronic periodontal, gingival, and oral conditions, in conjunction with dentist.

a. Treatments are to include mechanical and ultrasonic instrumentation (scaling and root-planning removal of calculus), supra/sub-gingival removal of plaque/calculus/biofilm and coronal polishing.

b. Application of fluorides and other medicaments as necessary.

c. Restoration of cavities prepared by the dentist.

d. Take all types of prescribed radiographs.

e. Provide oral hygiene, homecare, and post-operative instruction to the patient and/or caregiver.

f. Any additional allowable procedures under WAC regulations and guidelines.

5. Assists in identification of special patient needs, such as adjunctive antibiotics, rinses, or hygiene aids in conjunction with dentist.

6. Educates patients in all aspects of oral hygiene, and consequences and treatment options for periodontal disease.

7. Provide education and limited off site care as scheduled and within the scope of the clinic and the scope of WAC guidelines.

8. Maintains dental hygiene treatment rooms in clean and orderly condition, stocked with appropriate treatment instruments and materials in conjunction with dental assistants.

9. Record treatment in daily record, chart periodontal probing, and update hygiene tracking sheets as necessary in dental records.

10. Delivers appropriate local and inhalation anesthesia for patient comfort under supervision of dentist.

11. Performs expanded function duties, ( placing and adjusting filling, temporary fillings, impressions, temporary crown cementation, facilitating teledentistry etc. as stipulated under WAC regulations/guidelines) as necessary under supervision of dentist.

General Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.

2. Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

3. Conforms to safety policies, general housekeeping practices.

4. Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community.

5. Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.

6. Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.

7. Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.

8. Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor

2. Start shift on time and meet attendance standards per the FTE assigned in HRIS system.

3. Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

4. Demonstrate sound work ethics, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity

5. Uphold CVCH’s mission and core values in all interactions.

6. Comply with CVCH policies, Joint Commission standards, and HIPAA regulations.

Non-Essential Functions: These are tasks that are included in the role but are not critical. They may be reassigned or modified without fundamentally changing the job.

1. Participate in internal committees or special projects.

2. Contribute to internal communications or newsletters.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school. Must be a board-certified hygienist.

2. Certification/Licensure: Must possess current, valid unrestricted license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Washington. Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

3. Experience: One or more years of experience as a dental hygienist preferred, especially in a community or public health setting.

4. Language Skills:

a. English and Spanish fluency preferred

b. English fluency required

Skills & Competencies needed:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment

• Sit, stand, walk, often

• Reach occasionally

• Kneel or crouch minimally

• May need to lift up to 10 pounds

• Visual acuity for close and distance work

Exposure to Hazards:

• Moderate noise

• Standard working conditions

Benefits

**Coverage below based on a 1.0 FTE; Medical, Dental, Paid Leave, and Holidays benefits are prorated based on FTE.

Benefit:	Coverage:	Effective:
Medical Premera (Self Insured) Preferred Provider	Employee/Spouse/Dependents; receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Dental Washington Dental	Employee/Spouse/Dependents; receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Paid Leave	120 hours – Year 1 136 hours – Year 2 Each year after that employee will accrue 8 hours of PTO each year, on their anniversary date, until they reach a maximum of 208 hours at 10 years.	Paid Leave may be used immediately for sick leave and after 3 months employment for vacation. Maximum accrual cap of 320 hours; hours in excess of 320 hours will automatically transfer into the employees EIB. If an employee is within their 90-day introductory period and does not have holiday pool hours available, PTO may be used to cover the holiday if the employee has an available balance.
Extended Illness Bank (EIB)	Allows for maximum accrual of 200 hours	PTO hours in excess of 320 will transfer into EIB. Employees are eligible to use EIB hours after at least 3 consecutive scheduled working days of PTO (max 24 hours) which have been used for a personal illness and/or a qualifying event under FMLA or the WA Family Care Act.
Holidays	64 hours related to: · New Year’s Day · Memorial Day · 4^th of July · Labor Day · Thanksgiving Day · Day after Thanksgiving · Christmas Eve · Christmas Day	Holidays are based on an 8-hour day. Providers will receive a holiday pool of 64 hours as a 1.0 FTE at the beginning of each calendar year. Holiday pool hours must be used by December 31 of each calendar year; unused holiday pool hours will be forfeited. If an employee starts after the calendar year has begun, holiday hours will be prorated based on remaining holidays in the calendar year.
Diversity Days	3 Diversity Days	Available after the first payroll cycle after start date. Diversity days will be prorated based on start date as outlined below: · Jan 1- April 30: 3 diversity days (24 hours if 1.0 FTE) · May 1 – August 31: 2 diversity days (16 hours if 1.0 FTE) · Sept 1 – Dec 31: 1 diversity day (8 hours if 1.0 FTE) Please refer to the Paid Leave policy for additional details.
403(b) Retirement Plan Lincoln Financial	150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution	Immediately. Vesting schedule: 20% at 2 years, 50% at 3 years, 60% at 4 years, and 100% at 5 years.
Spanish Immersion	$2,000	Employer will reimburse Provider up to $2,000, for participating in Pop Wuj Spanish Immersion program in Guatemala, or La Hacienda Spanish School in Mexico, for a minimum 3-week period, prior to the Provider’s initial start date.
CE	40 Hrs/ $2,000 per year based on 1.0 FTE. This will include BLS Certification renewal if completed offsite and not in house. CVCH provides BLS renewal in house for employees whose job description and license require one.	Available immediately. CE is loaded the first full pay period in January of each year and available to maintain licensure while working at CVCH. CE must be used by December 31 of each calendar year; unused CE will be forfeited. CE will be prorated based on start date into calendar year. CE is not available during provider’s termination notice period.

Benefit:	Coverage:	Effective:
Licenses/Dues	Washington State Hygienist License $750 towards membership dues, subscriptions, or misc. certification	Available after hire date Benefits are suspended once a Dental Hygienist has tendered resignation, except as required to continue to work until separation date.
Employee Assistance Program Mutual of Omaha	No cost short-term counseling for employee and family	Immediately. Call 800-316-2796
Long-term Disability Mutual of Omaha	Employee Only (variable)	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Basic Term Life Mutual of Omaha	Employee Only (1x annual salary, up to $200,000)	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Group Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Mutual of Omaha	Employee Only (1x annual salary, up to $200,000)	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Supplemental Term Life Mutual of Omaha	Employee / Spouse / Dependent(s)	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Voluntary AD&D Mutual of Omaha	Employee / Family	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement RedQuote	Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses for services received at CVCH (medical, dental, and prescription) by employees and their dependents enrolled in our medical plan. Up to $750 per family per year.	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Flex Plan: Medical RedQuote	Flex Plan: Maximum $3,400 per year Direct Deposit available	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Flex Plan: Dependent Care RedQuote	Flex Plan: Maximum $7,5000 per year Direct Deposit available	First of the month following the first date of employment.
AFLAC	Supplemental insurance – cafeteria plan	First of the month following the first date of employment.
Wellness Stipend	CVCH will reimburse staff up to $30 per month for a local gym membership OR CVCH will reimburse up to $150 per year for a subscription type workout program service (i.e.: Beachbody on Demand, Les Mills, etc.)	Immediately. Once employee has submitted invoice to HR/Payroll department.
Wellness MyZone Rewards	Employees can choose to participate in wellness rewards with the purchase of a MyZone device. Longevity program will reward you for hitting continuous milestones in the MyZone program and receive up to $1500. CVCH also engages employees with seasonal Wellness Challenges and raffles to enter with your earned tickets during the challenge.	Available to participate immediately. Purchase a Myzone device with payroll deduction from HR. See Myzone Status form for additional rewards information. Must have a registered Myzone device to participate in wellness challenges.
Benefit:	Coverage:	Effective:
Cell Phone Discounts	Discounted monthly access fees Discounted select accessories and special equipment	Available for personal cell phones.
Tuition Reimbursement	For approved courses, the cost of tuition, books, and lab fees may be reimbursed at 75% of the actual costs up to a maximum of: · $4,000 for an Associate’s degree, vocational, technical, or certification program · $6,000 for a Bachelor’s degree · $8,000 for a Master’s degree	Upon approval; regular employees who work at least 20 hours per week, have successfully passed their evaluation period and are in good standing may apply. Employees must agree to work for a period of two (2) years from the date of receipt of tuition reimbursement and obtain satisfactory completion of approved courses or Challenge Exams.

Any questions regarding benefit eligibility or coverage should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk:

• Category I – Tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required

Age Specific Competency

1. Neonatal (Birth – 30 days)

2. Infant (30 days to less than 1 year)

3. Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)

4. Adolescent (12 years – 18 years)

5. Adult (18 years – 65 years)

6. Geriatric (65 years – Death)

Telecommuting:

• Not eligible for telecommuting.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

• CVCH is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment for all employees.

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